Federal Health Policy Update for July 31
The following is the latest health policy news from the federal government for July 25-31. Some of the language used below is taken directly from government documents. Congress The House recessed last week and the Senate is still in session. When Congress returns in September its top priority will be funding the federal government before the fiscal year ends on September 30, likely requiring a continuing resolution to avoid a shutdown. Several major health care programs and extenders are set to expire at the end of the fiscal year, including Medicaid DSH allotments, telehealth flexibilities, the Acute Hospital Care at [...]